A war powers measure would require President Trump to seek congressional approval for an ongoing war with Iran under a tenuous ceasefire. Republicans canceled a scheduled House vote on the measure, with sources indicating it was likely to pass despite absences and defections. The Senate advanced its own resolution as a rebuke of Trump. Trump criticized the war powers approach, saying he does not need Congress’s permission. McGovern raised parliamentary inquiries on the House floor, asking why the Iran war powers resolution was not being voted on. He escalated into a direct accusation that the cancellation reflected reluctance to vote on an “illegal war” that is costing tens of billions and raising gas and grocery prices.
"Well, that is my parliamentary inquiry, McGovern fired back. I just want to know what has happened with the Iran war powers resolution. The gentleman may consult with your leadership regarding scheduling, came the reply. McGovern lost it: Mr. Speaker, further parliamentary inquiry. Are we not voting on it because the American people are sick and tired of this illegal war that is costing tens of billions of dollars?! Gas prices are through the roof! People can't afford people can't afford their groceries! Is that why you're pulling it?! You guys don't have the or guts or the balls to vote on this! The House will be in order, the chair said, as Democrats cheered uproariously."
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